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BOS → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Boston skyline upon departure, the sweeping bends of the Hudson River, the southern shores of the Great Lakes, and the dramatic approach into the Mississippi River valley near Minneapolis.
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Boston Skyline
Aerial view of the Financial District, Back Bay, and Fenway Park shortly after takeoff from Logan.
Catskill Mountains
Rolling green peaks and deep valleys of the Catskill range in southern New York state.
Lake Erie Shoreline
The industrial and natural coastline stretching from Buffalo toward the Pennsylvania border.
Lake Michigan Southern Basin
A vast expanse of deep blue water as the flight crosses from Michigan into Wisconsin airspace.
Mississippi River
The winding riverbed marking the border between Wisconsin and Minnesota, visible during the descent.
Minneapolis Suburbs
Lush residential areas and the numerous lakes that define the Minneapolis landscape.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Boston city center after takeoff. For sunset flights, the left side provides stunning golden hour views over the Great Lakes. During the final approach into MSP from the south, this side often captures the best views of the river valley's limestone bluffs.
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Massachusetts North Shore
Scenic views of the rugged coastline and historic harbors like Gloucester and Salem.
Adirondack Park
The massive, forested wilderness of upstate New York, often capped with snow in winter.
Lake Ontario
Views across the northernmost Great Lake toward the Canadian border and the Golden Horseshoe.
Saginaw Bay
The distinctive thumb-shaped indentation of Lake Huron as the plane crosses Michigan.
Wisconsin Farmland
The iconic 'patchwork quilt' pattern of green and gold agricultural fields across central Wisconsin.
St. Paul Skyline
The state capitol building and the cathedral are often visible when landing on the northern runways.
Choose the right side if you prefer natural wilderness views, specifically the Adirondacks and the northern reaches of the Great Lakes. This side is also less prone to direct glare from the sun during westbound afternoon flights, making it better for photography. In winter, look for ice formations on the Great Lakes.
Book Hotels in MinneapolisDistance: 1,804 km (1,121 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: Domestic
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